Question 1

i had a hemorrhagic stroke in may of 2021. i am 72.5 yrs old. it paralyzed my right side but i have recovered most functionality. i have severe leg cramps in both legs. mostly at night. i do have rls. i think it may be related to my meds?

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: Nocturnal leg cramps are very common, and can have numerous causes.  Untreated RLS may be a factor, so getting this under control may help. I would recommend reviewing your meds with your Dr, and asking for some lab work to check your thyroid, electrolytes (include magnesium). Staying well hydrated, stretching your thighs, calves and feet before bedtime, and taking a warm bath before bed may help.

Question 2

what causes leg cramps in both legs?

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Yes: Although most commonly affecting the lower legs, restless leg syndrome can also affect the lower back and arms. The symptoms tend to be worse at night and also with inactivity and are accompanied by an urge to move. Moving only temporarily alleviates the symptoms.

Question 3

what can cause leg cramps in both legs in the evenings?

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Yes: Although most commonly affecting the lower legs, restless leg syndrome can also affect the lower back and arms. The symptoms tend to be worse at night and also with inactivity and are accompanied by an urge to move. Moving only temporarily alleviates the symptoms.

Question 4

i have really bad leg cramps ever night.i have tried every thing i know to do. it is several times a night in both legs at the same time, knees down ?

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Need some tests: You might have an electrolyte imbalance, or a side effect of medications (especially a statin, or medication to  lower your cholesterol).   You should give your doctor a call, or go to a clinic for some tests.  Be sure to bring any medications including supplements, so the ingredients can be checked.

Question 5

are severe nocturnal leg cramps sign of any illnesses? both legs affected. just switched from soma to flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) b/c daytime fatigue. want to avoid soma

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Maybe withdrawal...: Soma (carisoprodol) is broken down by the body into a drug called "meprobamete" that has some barbiturate like characteristics. When you stop taking Soma (carisoprodol) it can cause some withdrawal-like syndromes. The bottom line is that if you are experiencing any symptoms after starting a new medication you should contact the prescriber right away.

Question 6

i'm having extreme leg cramps and feet cramps and also in some of my fingers?

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Dehydration: Cramps can simply be from dehydration or fatigue. Things to worry about would be early neuropathy symptoms like burning and tingling as well as cramps. I would see your doctor and have some labs checked as well as  a good neurological examine.

Question 7

period start date 22nd spotting since the 10th to 17th negative pregnant test. extreme fatigue, leg cramps, warm feeling, light cramping. should i worry?

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See a GYN MD: If your symptoms persist a gyn md can evaluate any potential "causes" or need to worry or not".

Question 8

what are the symptoms of sciatica nerve? im not having odd sensations such as numbness or tingling or burning or radiating pain. just some leg cramps in both legs, but not constant.

Accepted Answer

Leg cramps
: Sciatica is a general term for pain from stemming from the back to the leg.  Leg cramps can be from nerve irritation in the back, poor circulation, mineral deficiency

Question 9

leg pain i have leg cramps often , sometimes very painfull. one night i was up all night . about 4am i heard a pop and unberable pain for a few min.s the cramp didnot stop for 2 days.

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Leg : Leg cramps occur frequently and awaken many people. They are sometimes related to circulation problems, wearing high heeled shoes, spending a lot of time sitting and other activities that shorten the calf muscles. Doctors used to prescribe quinine for the cramps but fda no longer approves of this use. A paper in the new england journal of medicine about thirty years ago suggested leg stretches at bed-time. Stand up against the wall with one foot in front of the other and bend the front knee while keeping the back knee stiff. This stretches the gastrocnemius muscle in the back of the leg. I usually suggest calcium/magnesium tablets as well.If the cramps are in the front and back of the leg at the same time, i usually push hard on the cramped area to make the cramp stop. If you try to stretch one muscle out, the other uscle will cramp more. You may have popped some of the fibers with a severe cramp. The reason it lasted so long was that you may have had some bleeding into the muscle causing irritation. Depending on your age it also would be wise to see your doctor for blood work to check for inbalance of salts in your blood or abnormalities in calcium levels.  
Good luck in resolving this really common and annoying problem.

Question 10

any explanation for why i get leg cramps almost every night?

Accepted Answer

Leg cramp: some causes of cramp:
 low potassium, magnesium and calcium, dehydration, kidney and thyroid disease,peripheral vascular dx, muscle injury, over using of muscles, medications incluidng statin , Antidepressant, birth control pill, sitting or sleeping on a hard surface for long time, restless leg syndrome, please talk to your doctor for evaluation
ypu can try Tonic water with quinine 8 oz at night.

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I had a hemorrhagic stroke in may of 2021. i am 72.5 yrs old. it paralyzed my right side but i have recovered most functionality. i have severe leg cramps in both legs. mostly at night. i do have rls. i think it may be related to my meds?

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What causes leg cramps in both legs?

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What can cause leg cramps in both legs in the evenings?

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I have really bad leg cramps ever night.i have tried every thing i know to do. it is several times a night in both legs at the same time, knees down ?

A member asked:

Are severe nocturnal leg cramps sign of any illnesses? both legs affected. just switched from soma to flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) b/c daytime fatigue. want to avoid soma

A member asked:

I'm having extreme leg cramps and feet cramps and also in some of my fingers?

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Period start date 22nd spotting since the 10th to 17th negative pregnant test. extreme fatigue, leg cramps, warm feeling, light cramping. should i worry?

A member asked:

What are the symptoms of sciatica nerve? im not having odd sensations such as numbness or tingling or burning or radiating pain. just some leg cramps in both legs, but not constant.

A member asked:

Leg pain i have leg cramps often , sometimes very painfull. one night i was up all night . about 4am i heard a pop and unberable pain for a few min.s the cramp didnot stop for 2 days.

A member asked:

Any explanation for why i get leg cramps almost every night?

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